How to Buy Crypto: Beginner's Guide (2022)

“What is the best way to buy crypto?”
The question at the top of every beginner's mind.

In this video we go over: Exchanges, Bitcoin ATMs, Apps, In-Person Methods, and other ways you can purchase crypto. We discuss the pros and cons of each so that you can make an informed decision as to which crypto on-ramp works best for you!

Disclaimer: The crypto space is filled with scams, so whichever method you choose, make sure it's a legit site and not a copycat. Also, do your own research, experiment with small sums at first, and always put security first. There’s no sense in seeing your crypto of choice moon only to lose it all through theft or mistakes!

The purpose of this Using Crypto Every Day series is to help newcomers gain tools they need to safely operate in this exciting new world, with a focus on using the most freedom-oriented tools possible.

Other episodes in the series:
4 Reasons to Use Crypto Everyday: https://youtu.be/0tZC6DZwDO0
Beginner's Guide to Crypto Wallets: https://youtu.be/kH3B721VfWs

Edited by Lee Rennie

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Recommended Books:

Permanent Record - Edward Snowden
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No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA, and the U.S. Surveillance State - Glenn Greenwald
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What has the government done to our money - Rothbard
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Naomi's Privacy Bag: some of my favorite products to help protect your privacy!

Use the Brave browser! https://brave.com/nao076

USB-C to ethernet adapter:
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Lightening to ethernet adapter:
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Faraday bag wallet (signal stopping, to protect your fob, credit card, and phone)
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Data Blocker (if you're charging your phone in an unknown port, use this so that no data is transferred)
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Computer privacy screen (use your computer in public? Keep your information safe!)
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Phone privacy screen (don't let people in public see your private data)
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Camera cover (for computers and phones, so no one can access your camera without you knowing)
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Privacy Tip: Don't use wifi, and if you must, append the tag ‘_nomap’ or ‘_optout’ to your SSID to stop other websites tracking your location.